The Battle of Methodologies: Agile vs. Waterfall in Project Management
- Emad Rahim, PhD, PMP, CSP-SM As a project manager and having taught project management for the last 15 years, I've seen firsthand how the right project management methodology can make or break a project. Two of the most popular approaches I often discuss with my students are Agile and Waterfall, each offering unique advantages ...
How Do You Select A Project Management Degree?
- Emad Rahim, Ph.D., PMP, CSP-SM Choosing the right project management degree program is a critical decision that can significantly impact your career trajectory. To ensure you select a credible and reputable program, here are a few essential factors to consider: Regional Accreditation Regional accreditation is the highest form of accreditation for universities in the ...
Flashback Spotlight: Thought Leadership in Project Management with Sarabjeet Waraich, PMP
Flashback Spotlight: Thought Leadership in Project Management with Sarabjeet Waraich, PMP In a memorable interview from April 2020, Sarabjeet Waraich, PMP, Marketing Director at the Society for Information Management (SIM), shared his insights on thought leadership in project management. Known for his dynamic sessions and practical advice, Waraich, often referred to as "Saby," guided participants ...
2024 Top 10 Emerging Trends in Project Management
-By Emad Rahim, Ph.D., PMP, CSP-SM Project management is an ever-evolving field, and staying ahead of the curve is crucial for success. As we step into 2024, several emerging trends are shaping the landscape of project management. Here are the top 10 trends to watch: 1. Increased Use of AI and Automation Artificial intelligence (AI) ...
5 Famous Project Managers in American History
Infographic: 5 Famous Project Managers in American History It’s easy to think that “project management” is a new-world job description. Naming convention aside, creative and business professionals have been hammering out great work for a very long time—some with a better knack for juggling products and plans. Here’s a visual stroll down memory lane that ...
 Thought Leadership in Project Management: with Kris Sprague, PfMP, PgMP, PMP
- By Dr. Emad Rahim, PMP, A-CSM, CSP Kris Sprague is the Head and Director of Project Planning and Scheduling at Regeneron Pharmaceuticals. He is a talented leader that helps organizations achieve their strategy through the successful delivery of portfolios, programs, and projects. Kris has extensive experience building and leading project management organizations and project ...
Thought Leadership in Project Management: with Dr. Frank Lee Harper, Jr., PMP, CSM
Recognition that the most effective project managers to leading disruptive transformation programs/projects need leadership and strategic business management skills. The emphasis on technical skills is beginning to take a back seat to the previously mentioned skills.
Closing Thoughts PM Network
This is pretty cool to share with our readers. PM Network Magazine operated by PMI provided me with a digital image of my interview with them back in 2017. Here is the full interview on project management education for their "Closing Thoughts" series that is located on the last page of the magazine.
Thought Leadership in Project Management: with Americo Pinto, PMP, PMO-CC, PMO-CP
By Dr. Emad Rahim, PMP, A-CSM Americo Pinto, PMP, PMO-CC, PMO-CP, is the Founder and Chair of the PMO Global Alliance, the world’s largest community of PMOs and PMO professionals. He has more than 25 years of international experience in PMOs, Strategy, and Project Management, working as a Practitioner, Consultant, Professor, Researcher, Speaker, and Author. Americo Pinto was ...
Self-Managed Teams in Project Management
Retrieved from: http://www.managementkits.com and Betterup.com By Olaf Bach (Part 1) and Shonna Waters, PhD (Part 2) First, let’s try and define the terms self-managed teams, self-directed teams, and self-organized (or self-organizing) teams. Self-managed teams are work teams that are not (fully) integrated into a top-down chain of command and that do not have a single ...
